About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in providing patient care. You will learn pharmacy operations, policy, and procedures while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. This position is part-time and operates on-site in Columbus, Ohio.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to retrieve patient and drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to provide assistance.
- Support patient care services within the state scope of practice, including medication therapy management and health screenings.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle non-clinical telephone calls and register sales at the cash register.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and maintain knowledge of current pharmacy practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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